TAXI STRIKE HITS WINDHOEK

Taxis are seriously part of life in Namibia. For some a source of irritation because the drivers do not always observe traffic rules, for most the only way to get to work and back home.

Many taxi owners and drives took part in an illegal taxi strike yesterday. Strikers were adamant that a strike could help them solve the issue of high fines for traffic violations.

The general mood among the strikers was that fines must be reduced, or thousands of commuters will be left without transport.

• Please pray for the issues at hand to be solved peacefully.
• For taxi drivers to drive responsibly.
• For "others" on the road to be understanding.
• For all road-users to be patient with one another.
• To be the first to give way.

He who heeds discipline shows the way to life, but whoever ignores correction leads others astray. Proverbs 10:17

Photo: Die Republikein http://www.republikein.com.na

WORKING TOGETHER IN 2011

President Hifikepunye Pohamba asked Namibians in his New Year Message to focus on the future and seize opportunities 2011 may bring. He called on Namibians to commit themselves to work harder and help the economy for the common welfare of all.

President Pohamba spoke against the disturbing trend of violence against women, children and elderly. "This brutal crime against the poorest members of society must be strongly rejected," the president said. He has called on Namibians to stand together against this kind and other crimes. They have no place in the Namibian society, he said.

"Our country is governed on the basis of law and order and crime, corruption and dishonesty must be eradicated," President Pohamba said. He also made an appeal on the youth not to participate in alcohol abuse, irresponsible sexual behaviour and criminal activities.

"We will continue to promote the welfare of elderly, women, children and people with disabilities suffer," he said in his New Year message.

Please pray:

• Against violence on helpless women, children and the exploitation of the poor.

• Against crime, corruption and dishonesty

• For enforcement agencies to operate effectively.

• That Namibians will work and promote the welfare of all citizens, especially the poor in 2011 and for God's grace and blessing on Namibia!
  

THE LORD IS MY BANNER

Moses built an altar and called it The LORD is my Banner. Exodus 17:15

A banner is a flag or other piece of cloth bearing a message. It serves as an identification of a group of people or an area of land. It also indicates authority. When a flag is raised, it shows someone has authority in that area. The photo above shows the flag of Namibia, one of the symbols of our constitution.

A banner can also be displayed as a symbol of principles or values. God's setting up a banner over the earth which imports his presence and protection and aid extended to his people. The Bible calls on us to raise a banner in the Name of God, to show that we submit to His authority and the principles found in His Word. His children also know that He holds the future and put their trust in Him.

God has said, "Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you. So we say with confidence, "The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me? Hebrews 13:5-6

This is our dream for Namibia in 2011, that "The Lord is my Banner" indicates our allegiance -

I pledge allegiance to the Lamb
With all my strength, with all I am.
I will seek to honor His commands
I pledge allegiance to the Lamb.

Let us build an altar of prayer in Namibia in 2011 and call it The LORD is my Banner.

We will shout for joy when you are victorious and will lift up our banners in the name of our God. May the LORD grant all your requests. Psalm 20:5